FSU's Vice President for Advancement Tom Jennings makes a presentation during an FSU Board of Trustees meeting Monday at FSU's new Wellness Center.

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Members of Florida State University's Board of Trustees made it clear Monday that they do not want to see the Board of Governors get involved in the hiring and firing of university presidents.

A task force on higher education reform in Florida, formed in May by Gov. Rick Scott, is expected to recommend a stronger role for the BOG on multiple fronts, including hiring presidents at all 12 of the state's public universities.

The task force's final meeting is scheduled for today with recommendations due to the governor by Nov. 15. ...